Ferrugia Sonthonax is the Director of Operations at Women of Renewable Industries and Sustainable Energy (WRISE), where she brings over a decade of experience in operational leadership to drive the organization’s mission forward.

Before joining WRISE, Ferrugia dedicated 14 years to serving as an operation leader in charter schools, driven by her lifelong mission to provide quality education to students in underserved communities and close the achievement gap. Her expertise lies in building operational excellence, encompassing people management, budgeting and forecasting, human resources, performance management, and fostering community relations. Collaborating with fellow leaders, Ferrugia ensures organizational goals are not just set but met effectively.

Early in her career, Ferrugia interned at Senator Kevin Parker’s Office in Brooklyn as a Community Affairs Liaison, where she passionately connected community members in need with vital resources, reflecting her deep-rooted commitment to community and service.

Ferrugia holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration from CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice. A proud Brooklyn native, she finds joy in traveling and cherishing moments with her family when not actively pursuing her professional passions.